The AIVP World Conference Cities & Ports 2026 will be held in Dunkirk, France!
We are delighted to announce that the AIVP World Conference Cities & Ports will take place in Dunkirk, France, from 3 to 6 November 2026.
This flagship event will bring together international experts, decision-makers and key stakeholders in port and urban development to discuss the challenges and opportunities facing the port cities of tomorrow.
Why attend?
- Inspiring conferences and expert keynote speakers
- Innovative case studies and practical feedback from experience
- Unique networking opportunities with industry leaders
Conference venue
Kursaal de Dunkerque – Convention Centre
Place du Casino, Dunkirk / Malo-les-Bains, (France)
Apply to become a speaker
The AIVP is launching its call for presentations for the 21st edition of its World Conference, under the theme: Cities and Ports in Motion: Time for Action!
Researchers, practitioners, elected officials, port authorities, and representatives of public and private organisations: if you are carrying out innovative projects in port-city territories, now is the time to share them. The AIVP is looking for case studies, feedback from experience, and research work, whether completed or still in progress.